Product recalls, wildfire and smoke, wildlife, and weather, always linked to official sources.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas made by anything that burns fuel, and it can build up quickly inside tents, campers and vehicles. CPSC and CDC guidance says to keep fuel-burning heaters, stoves, lanterns and grills out of enclosed shelters. Staying warm on a cold night is mostly about your sleep system, dry layers and food, with a battery CO alarm as a backup, not a permission slip.
Bears treat anything with a scent as food, so parks and forests require campers to store food, trash and toiletries in lockers, approved containers, hard-sided vehicles or hangs, depending on the place. The rules are not the same everywhere: a method that's required in one park can be illegal in another. Check the rules for the specific park or forest before you go.
Hypothermia happens when the body loses heat faster than it can make it, and CDC calls it a medical emergency. The early signs include shivering, exhaustion, confusion, fumbling hands and slurred speech. Staying dry, dressing in layers, blocking the wind and eating and drinking enough are the main prevention steps; if you suspect hypothermia, call 911.
CPSC announced recalls in 2026 for camping-relevant gear including a rechargeable lantern, a portable power station, portable generators, a camp chair, a cooler, a camping knife, insulated food jars and bottles, a portable camping shower and a propane fireplace insert. Each recall covers only the specific models listed by CPSC. Check your gear against the official CPSC notice before your next trip.
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